Hospice staff recharge in reflection room
A reflection room at Dulcina Hospice gives staff and families space to pause, meditate and pray - a sanctuary amidst the toll and intensity of hospice care.
May 9, 2019
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Research with therapy rabbit looks at easing loneliness and isolation
Residents with dementia are part of animal therapy research at Youville Home.
May 8, 2019
Grieving death by suicide
People grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide find strength in support groups and fundraising walks like Darkness Into Light.
May 7, 2019
Indigenous people are at a much higher risk for diabetes
Statistics show that eight out of 10 Indigenous adults are projected to get Type 2 diabetes in their lifetime compared to 50 per cent of non-Indigenous adults.
April 29, 2019
Moms and babies connect through an iPad
The Misericordia hospital uses videoconferencing in the neonatal intensive care unit.
April 23, 2019
Donations to milk bank help babies in the NICU
The Grey Nuns Community Hospital collects mothers' milk for sick and fragile babies.
April 22, 2019
When yoga became her saving grace
An abusive relationship left her with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). She struggled to take care of herself until yoga came into her life.
April 18, 2019
Keeping active to stay independent longer
The Seniors Day Programs in Lethbridge help seniors and residents with geriatric conditions keep active, live at home longer and provide respite to caregivers.
April 15, 2019
Hospice volunteers create meaningful moments
The journey toward the end of life can be an emotional one. Hospice volunteers help provide support and comfort to residents and their family members.
April 11, 2019
Patients experience virtual reality adventures
Virtual reality is much more than fun and games. Learn how VR is benefiting patients at the Misericordia Community Hospital.
April 8, 2019
New device helps patients with swallowing disorders
A made-in-Edmonton device helps patients with swallowing disorders at the Institute for Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine.
April 4, 2019
Laughter boosts our mental and physical health
Research shows laughter has many long- and short-term benefits to our mental, physical and social well-being.
April 1, 2019
Sister Josephine: A lifetime of service
Sister Josephine has served as a chaplain, a teacher and much more during her decades of service with the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Martha.
March 28, 2019
Being a vegetarian is more than eating your greens
Like all diets, vegetarian diets can be healthy when they’re well planned. Learn some plant-based ways to get the vitamins and nutrients your body needs.
March 18, 2019
Honour guard celebrates the life of a resident
The Honour Guard at Youville Home honours the person who has died, giving an opportunity to comfort family members who are present, and supports grieving staff.
March 11, 2019
Navigating chronic illness with hometown help
After a successful pilot in Camrose and Killam, the Nav-CARE program is expanding to help rural residents with advanced chronic illness across Canada.
March 7, 2019
Rotary House keeps patients and loved ones close
Rotary House is a lodging that allows guests to stay near the Grey Nuns Community Hospital without worrying about transportation, parking and steep hotel costs.
March 4, 2019
Osteoporosis is a man's illness too
Diagnosis of osteoporosis in men can lead to better outcomes.
February 25, 2019
Why advance care planning matters
Creating a personal directive allows you to share your wishes and name who will speak for you if you can’t speak for yourself.
February 21, 2019
